2005 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, both 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero and 2005 Renault Laguna were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,476 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 480 kg more than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Because 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Pajero | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2476 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 18.5 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 70 L |
